Wildlife

Owl crafts, raffle, owl pellet dissection, guided hikes and educational display. Limited space on guided hikes. RSVP. $2 donation. Info: 469-526-1980 or DCAC@Audubon.org.

The Humane Society of the United States invites members, supporters and other animal advocates to Solving Problems with Coyotes in Dallas educational seminar.

This seminar will feature tips for protecting pets from coyotes, reducing coyote attractants in neighborhoods and how to haze bold coyotes. Coyote hazing helps restore the fear of humans back into habituated coyotes and involves the systematic use of deterrents such as noisemakers, projectiles and water hoses. Communities such as Denver, Colo., have achieved remarkable success using non-lethal deterrence programs.

If you're concerned about coyote sightings in your neighborhood, want to learn how to best protect your pets, or just want to learn more about coyotes, please attend one of these free seminars!

Info: Lynsey White Dasher, lwhite@humanesociety.org

Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area cofounder Don Young will lead a hike on the 160-acre prairie remnant. 

Info: Jo Ann Collins, joacollins@gmail.com or 817-689-0098 or Don Young, donyoungglass@earthlink.net

Note: The event page says 5:30 pm but 5 pm is the correct start time.

Colossal stick insects, titanic tarantulas, and slithery snakes take their masks off and reveal their not so scary side with educational presentations, activities, arts & crafts and more! Included w/ admission ($8/adults, $6 for ages 60+, $4 for ages 3-11).

Scatter the seed balls that were made at the Lake Worth Monster Bash. Learn why this method is used, and how fun and easy it can be to distribute seeds on the prairie. Free (with paid admission $2-$5).

We will have a trail marked for you to take your trick-or-treaters for candy, crafts, games and more. Dress up in your Halloween costumes and enjoy this family friendly event. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Free.

Please bring your favorite work gloves, privet removal tools, shovel, litter picker upper, or gardening tools. 

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and for working in a natural area (long pants, long sleeves, sturdy shoes, hat). 

Water and snacks will be available.

O.S. Gray Natural Area has no restroom facilities, but Kroger is nearby.

In The Spirit of John Muir, renowned actor Lee Stetson will showcase Muir's dedication to wilderness protection and search for adventure in Yosemite National Park and other wild places. Stetson portrays Muir every summer for thousands of people in Yosemite National Park's Theater, and he will be in Dallas for one night only. $10.

Are humans causing global climate change?  What is the evidence?  What will happen to the planet?  Why do people disagree about it?  And what can be done about it?  

A lot of people either (1) deny that the planet is warming , often claiming that it is cooling, or (2) accept that the planet is warming but deny that humans are causing it. 

The Humanists of Fort Worth are hosting guest speaker Dr. Michael Slattery, who will explain the evidence for anthropogenic climate change. He has spoken on this topic to a wide range of audiences, including coal and chemical industry groups. He enjoys speaking to audiences who are skeptical, and he will entertain questions anyone has during his presentation.

Professor Slattery is the Chair of the Dept. of Environmental Science and Director of the Institute for Environmental Studies at TCU. He obtained his Ph.D. from Oxford in 1994. Among numerous other publications, he is the author of Contemporary Environmental Issues, which is now in its third edition.

Presented by Jim Varnum. Do you like to show nature areas to your friends and children? Are you a teacher or Scout leader that would like to feel more comfortable taking the public into nature? In this informal workshop, learn some hints and tips that will help you lead a nature walk. Free.

Please RSVP JEVarnum@aol.com so pre-assignments and handouts can be planned.